Sermons on Governing Authorities:

Qq & Aa Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 4, 2025

This morning we are going to see some truths that get to the heart of the religious establishment’s problem with Jesus: his authority.

Background to passage, Matthew 21:23-27: Last week of Jesus’s life. Follows Sunday’s prophetical and demonstrative entrance into Jerusalem, Monday/Tuesday’s indictment of the temple practices, the living parable of the cursing of the fig tree, and now he is teaching in the temple on Tuesday ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Powerful Yet Compassionate God

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Jul 1, 2025

We believe in a powerful God who is also filled with compassion. He does all things for His glory! His compassion draws us closer to Him.

We have started this year with dedicating ourselves to grow in the knowledge of our God. This growing journey is a lifetime process. We need to keep learning, keep experiencing and keep trusting Him in this process. John 11 records a beautiful story of a family which was close to Jesus during His ...read more

The Sabbath: From Creation To New Creation

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

From Eden to eternity, God’s blessed and sanctified Sabbath remains His unchanging sign of creation, redemption, and end-time loyalty to the Creator.

Introduction – A Gift Before There Was Sin Imagine receiving a gift that was wrapped before you were even born. A gift so thoughtful that it carried inside it rest, relationship, and renewal. That’s what the Sabbath is. It isn’t merely a day off or a relic of Jewish culture. It’s a creation gift, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3, Mark 2:27, Exodus 20:8-11, Daniel 7:25, Isaiah 66:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Delivered And Sent

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Sep 26, 2025

In Mark 5:1–20, Jesus enters Gentile territory, confronts a man possessed by a legion of demons, and drives them out. The result: a restored life and a clear choice—keep comfort or welcome Christ’s freeing authority.

You know, it's funny how our culture deals with the idea of demons and spiritual evil. We kind of swing between two extremes, don't we? On one hand, you've got people who roll their eyes at anything supernatural. "Demons? Come on, that's just ancient superstition!" Then on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20, Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Jesus Builds The Church

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

What It Takes to Be a Light in a Dark World. Jesus calls His church to reject comfort, silence, and spectacle, and stand strong in His presence, Spirit, and Word.

Picture Jesus, freshly baptized, water still drying on his shoulders, the voice of the Father ringing in his soul. “You are my beloved Son.” The dove has barely taken flight. That is exactly when the devil comes calling. Nobody gets a free victory lap after baptism. The real fight often starts ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, Matthew 16:18, Acts 4:12, Revelation 14:12, Mark 2:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Strong Enough To Serve

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025

Jesus grants authority not for control but for compassion; strength flows through humility, and true greatness is found at the basin of service.

There are few sights more moving than real authority wrapped in humility. It’s rare. We’re accustomed to power that postures, rank that separates, and leadership that needs to be noticed. Every now and then, we glimpse the beauty of someone who is both strong and gentle—someone who knows exactly ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-45, Mark 6:7-13, John 13:3-5, Philippians 2:5-8, 1 Peter 5:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God Chooses Us Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

God, as the ultimate authority, has chosen us as His special possession, and we should allow Him to shape us and choose Him back, despite not always understanding His decisions.

Welcome church! We are excited you decided to worship with us. Today, I’m not sure what you are carrying with you, but I’m believing in faith that God desires to shed light into the darkness, and free you from having to carry baggage or burdens alone. The pursuit of righteousness; the life of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-25

Topics: God's Authority, Divine Selection, Spiritual Restoration

Sermon Series: Romans

The Lord's Prayer Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Nolte on Jun 17, 2019

We are impatiently waiting for His rule to be consummated

Maybe most of you are more patient than I am. When something is decided upon, I want to get it done A.S.A.P. Red lights should be replaced by green lights at my arrival at the intersection. Over the years God has painstakingly, progressively, patiently helped me cool my jets when waiting for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honoring Others Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Feb 23, 2007

Authorities will show us if we truly understand honor.

INTRO: Football practice was over, and Denny was sore from head to toe. Slowly he climbed the graffiti-laden stairway of the aging apartment building. Suddenly, his mother’s chilling screams pierced the cold, still air. He had heard the sound many times before. Still, a sickening knot formed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-2, Romans 13:1, Romans 13:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Truth About Freedom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to understand and embrace the freedom we have in the Gospel, our responsibility as believers in society, and God's sovereignty over all things, so that we can live out our faith with courage, conviction, and humility.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into three powerful passages of Scripture that will help us understand the freedom we have in the Gospel, our responsibility as believers, and God's sovereignty over all things. As we explore these truths, our hearts will be stirred to live ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Topics: Christian Freedom, America, Christ

Sacrificing Our Rights

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Jan 10, 2003

We may have our rights, but our freedom to exercise them are governed by their impact on a weak brother

1 Cor 8:1-13 – Sacrificing our Rights Ministry Breakup Party  Here’s the scenario – true story  Our ministry network had a breakup lunch at the Gulls Restaurant last month  At the luncheon are Baptists, Pentecostals, Uniting Church, and Church of Christ ministers  I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

When Ordinary People Give

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 26, 2003

Here are four principles that should govern the way ordinary people like you and me give to the Lord.

1 Chronicles 21:18-25 When Ordinary People Give Today in our service I want to share with you four principles that ought to guide your giving. Our services are going to be a little different this morning because during the course of the sermon you will be hearing some personal accounts from some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Stages Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 29, 2012

We will close out this chapter looking at the stages of faith as seen in the life of a government official of Jesus’ day.

Tonight we will finish up chapter 4 of John. We’ve now gotten away from the story of the woman at the well. Last week we talked about how we show evidence of our faith when we honor Jesus, when we welcome him into our lives, and finally when we receive Him. Tonight we will close out this chapter ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Baptist

A Mother's Legacy

Contributed by Ken Pell on May 9, 2011

Three principles that should govern a mom as she raises her kids to know and follow Jesus Christ.

A MOTHER’S LEGACY 2 Timothy 1:5 Sermon Objective: Three principles that should govern a mom as she raises her kids to know and follow Jesus Christ. INTRO Indira Ghandi once said, “If you give me good mothers I will give you a good nation.” Her comment is not unique. Many world ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Nazarene

Do People See The Face Of Christ In Us?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 28, 2018

What do you do when you are being ground between the wheels of governments mired in error?

Ss Philip and James 2018 Reformation/Revolution There’s a beautiful icon from the early part of the last millennium that shows a visualization of the Trinity. The Father is pictured looking to His left, and the Son is pictured looking to His right, and the Holy Spirit is right between. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-14

Denomination: Catholic